<summary>**Summary**: This guide will walk you through 2 ways to completely uninstall Roblox from your Mac.</summary>

If you don't want to spend too much time with Roblox, or you're having problems with it, it's good to uninstall it properly and completely from your Mac. Don't know what to do? Read this guide and we'll show you how to do that in 2 ways.

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:::alsoread

:a[4 Ways to Completely Uninstall Apps on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac'}

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## What Is Roblox?

Roblox is an online gaming platform where you can find and play tons of fun video games. It also allows users to create their own games using Roblox Studio.

If you no longer need it or want to reinstall it, read on to learn how to completely uninstall it from your Mac.

## How to Manually Uninstall Roblox on Mac

The official way to uninstall Roblox from Mac is to use the Finder. Follow the steps below to remove it.

 ### Step 1: Quit Roblox and Roblox Studio
 
If your Roblox is running in the background, quit it first, otherwise, you might fail to uninstall it.

Here's how to quit Roblox on Mac:

1. Press the **Command + Option + Esc** keys to open the Force Quit Applications window.
2. Select Roblox and Roblox Stuido and click the Force Quit button.

![force-quit-roblox-mac.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/force_quit_roblox_mac_e5cae30779.png?width=600)

### Step 2: Uninstall Roblox and Roblox Studio Apps

1. Open Finder > Applications.
2. Locate Roblox and Roblox Studio, then drag them to the Trash.

![uninstall-roblox-app-mac.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_roblox_app_mac_36d62b9158.png)

### Step 3. Remove Roblox Related Files

You will also need to delete Roblox and Roblox Studio related files to get rid of them completely.

1. Click the Go menu in Finder and select Go to Folder.
2. Paste the following paths into the search box, one at a time, and press Return.
    * ~/Library
    * ~/Library/Caches
    * ~/Library/Logs
    * ~/Library/Preferences
    * ~/Library/WebKit
    * ~/Library/Saved Application State
3. Find the files left by Roblox and move them to the Trash.
4. Empty your Trash.

![delete-roblox-related-files-mac.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_roblox_related_files_mac_7b7fdd16d1.png)

## How to Quickly Uninstall Roblox and RobloxStuido from Mac

Alternatively, you can use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) to remove Roblox and RobloxStudio in a few clicks. BuhoCleaner is one of the best app uninstallers for Mac. It's designed to uninstall apps you don't need, including stubborn antivirus software, without leaving any traces.

:group[:linkbutton]

Here's how to uninstall Roblox and Roblox Studio from Mac using BuhoCleaner:

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click App Uninstall in the sidebar, then you will see all the apps installed on your Mac.
3. Locate Roblox and Roblox Studio, select them, and click the Remove button. 

![quickly-uninstall-roblox-mac-buhocleaner.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_uninstall_roblox_mac_buhocleaner_b4fb8948fb.png)

:p[The Bottom Line]{.h2}

Now that you know how to completely remove Roblox from Mac, go ahead and choose your preferred method to get started.

Note that BuhoCleaner is not just an app remover, it's a handy cleaner that lets you clear cache, [remove duplicate files](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-duplicate-files-on-mac), analyze disk space, free up memory, manage startup programs, and more. It's well worth a try.


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2 Ways to Completely Uninstall Roblox on Mac

If you don't want to spend too much time with Roblox, or you're having problems with it, it's good to uninstall it properly and completely from your Mac. Don't know what to do? Read this guide and we'll show you how to do that in 2 ways.

2 Ways to Completely Uninstall Roblox from Mac

:summary[**Summary**: If you forgot your iPhone passcode and don't know what to do, check out this blog post, where you will find 4 fixes. ]

It is always recommended that you set a passcode for your iPhone to protect your personal data from prying eyes. However, if you haven't used your iPhone for a long time, you may forget its screen passcode. So, what to do if you forgot your iPhone passcode?

Don't panic. In this article, we will show you 4 ways to unlock your iPhone when you forgot the passcode. Hope one of them can help you regain access to your iPhone.

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:alsoread[[What To Do If You Forgot Screen Time Passcode on iPhone](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/forgot-iphone-screen-time-passcode)]

## If You Forgot Your iPhone Passcode

You cannot access your iPhone until you enter the correct passcode. If you enter the wrong passcode too many times, your iPhone will be disabled or unavailable. The more wrong attempts, the longer you wait. Depending on your version of iOS, you may see the following screen. After 10 failed passcode attempts, you can no longer unlock your iPhone even if you remember the correct passcode.

![iphone-disabled-or-unavailable.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/iphone_disabled_or_unavailable_cf55eb8cc8.png)

## What To Do When You Forgot iPhone Passcode

If you forgot your iPhone passcode, then follow the steps below to unlock your iPhone.

### Unlock iPhone via Security Lockout

Security Lockout is a new feature introduced by Apple in iOS 15.2. It allows you to unlock your iPhone without a computer and iTunes. Once you have entered the wrong passcode more than 7 times, your iPhone will display the Security Lockout screen with an Erase iPhone option at the bottom right corner of the screen.

What you need to do is use the Erase iPhone option to reset your iPhone. Here's how:

1. Make sure your iPhone is connected to a cellular or Wi-Fi network.
2. Tap Erase iPhone and tap Erase iPhone again to confirm your operation.
   ![unlock-iphone-with-security-lockout.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/unlock_iphone_with_security_lockout_3472421edb.png?width=250)
3. Enter your Apple ID password to log out of your Apple ID.
4. Tap Erase iPhone to permanently delete all content and settings on your iPhone.
5. Set your iPhone.

:note[Security Lockout is only available if Find My is turned on on your iPhone.]{notetype=Note}

### Unlock iPhone via iCloud

If you don't see the Security Lock screen, or if your iPhone is running iOS 15.1 or earlier, iCloud may be your best option for unlocking your iPhone.

1. Visit iCloud.com and log in to your account.
2. Click the Bento menu in the upper right corner and select Find My.
   ![unlock-iphone-with-icloud.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/unlock_iphone_with_icloud_55940b323f.png?width=400)
3. From the list of all devices, select the iPhone you want to reset.
4. Click the Erase iPhone button, and enter your Apple ID password to turn off Find My.
   ![Unlock iPhone with iCloud](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/erase_iphone_with_icloud_a0588fdc24.png?width=400)
5. Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions to erase your iPhone.
6. After the reset process is complete, set up your iPhone.

:::note{notetype=Tips}

 
 1. Make sure your iPhone is connected to the network and Find My is turned on.
 2. You can also use the Find My app on another iPhone to remotely erase your iPhone.

:::


### Unlock iPhone via Finder or iTunes

Another way to unlock your iPhone is using Finder or iTunes. Because your iPhone is locked, the Finder or iTunes doesn't recognize your device. Therefore, you have to [put your iPhone into Recovery mode](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/get-iphone-into-and-out-of-recovery-mode) before you can unlock it on your computer.

Here's what you should do:

1. Connect your iPhone to your PC or Mac.
2. Do the following to put your iPhone into recovery mode:

    * iPhone 8 and later: Press and quickly release the **Volume Up** button, then the **Volume Down** button. Then press and hold the **Side** button until the recovery mode screen appears.
    *  iPhone 7 or 7 Plus: Press and hold the **Side** button and **Volume Down** button until the recovery mode screen appears.
    *  On iPhone 6s and earlier: Press and hold the **Side** button and **Home** button until the recovery mode screen appears.
3. If your iPhone has successfully entered Recovery mode, you will see one of the following screens:
   ![iphone-in-recovery-mode.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/iphone_in_recovery_mode_094d66842b.png)
4. Open Finder on Mac or iTunes on PC, and follow the prompts to restore your iPhone.

   ![Restore iPhone in Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/restore_iphone_in_recovery_mode_eea05d2a15.png)   

5. When the restoring process is complete, set your iPhone.


### Unlock iPhone via Third-Party iPhone Unlocker

As you can see, the 3 methods mentioned above require you to do it manually. If you find it troublesome, let a third-party iPhone unlocker remove the forgotten passcode for you.

There are tons of iPhone unlock tools on the internet, claiming that they can unlock any type of iPhone lock. Some of them may be helpful to you but they are all paid to use.

Just choose the one you trust most, install it, and follow the on-screen instructions to unlock your iPhone. It should save you a lot of manual work



:p[Final Words]{.h2}

Now that you know how to unlock your iPhone if you forgot your passcode, go ahead and choose the method that works best for you to regain access to your iPhone.

Note that all of the above methods will wipe your iPhone. If you've never [backed up your iPhone](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/backup-iphone-to-mac), do so before performing the reset steps.



:p[FAQs]{.h3}

1. **Will I Lose Everything If I Reset My iPhone?**

    Resetting your iPhone will delete all your settings and content such as photos, contacts, apps, and more. So, before you proceed to reset your iPhone, back up it first.

2. **Can I Unlock My iPhone Without a Computer?** 

    The answer is yes. You can either use Security Lockout or iCloud to unlock your iPhone. No PC or Mac is needed.

3. **Can I Unlock Someone Else’s iPhone?**

    NO. Under no circumstances do we recommend that you unlock someone else's iPhone.

4. **How to Avoid Forgetting My iPhone Passcode?** 

    The best way to avoid forgetting your iPhone passcode is to set up a Face ID or Touch ID. Also, it's a good idea to write down your iPhone passcodes and keep them in a safe place so you can easily find them.
    

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Apple always recommends us to set a passcode for our iPhones to protect our data from prying eyes. However, if you haven't used your iPhone for a long time, you might forget its screen passcode.

Fortunately, there are solutions. In this article, we will show you how to unlock your iPhone when you forgot the passcode in 4 different ways. Hope one of them can help you regain access to your iPhone.

<summary>**Summary**: Duplicate photos cluttering up your precious Mac storage space? We will show you how to easily find and delete them from your Mac. </summary>

Duplicate photos take up your [valuable space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac). Want to know how to get rid of them from your Mac? Read on this blog, and you will find some quick ways to find and delete duplicate photos.

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:::alsoread

:a[Top 5 Best Duplicate Photo Finders for Mac in 2022]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-duplicate-photo-finder-mac'}

:::

## Why Are There Duplicate Photos on My Mac?

Duplicate photos can be created in many situations, such as:

* Import photos from mobile phones and cameras.
* Accidentally copied a picture.
* Saved the same image multiple times.

Duplicate photos take up your space for nothing. It is recommended that you delete them from your Mac. Move to the next step to learn how.

## How to Quickly Find and Delete All Duplicate Photos on Mac

The easiest way to find and remove duplicate photos on Mac is to use [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/), one of the best duplicate photo finder. It allows you to find duplicate photos in the Photos app and in every folder on your Mac. Also, it detects duplicate folders, songs, documents, videos, etc. Deleting duplicates has never been easier.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

Here're the steps:

1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click Duplicates in the sidebar and click the + button to choose a folder you want to scan. 
![Quickly Find Duplicate Photos on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_find_duplicate_photos_mac_buhocleaner_1bdf5acbbe.png)
3. After the scanning process is complete, you can find all the duplicate files on your Mac.
4. Click the Image tab, and you will find a list of duplicate photos.
5. From the Select Duplicates menu, choose Smart Select to select all duplicate photos with one click and click the Remove button. 
![Delete Duplicate Photos with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_delete_duplicate_photos_mac_ffa54f867e.png)
BuhoCleaner is more than a duplicate photo finder. It is also a handy cleaner that allows you to clear junk files from the system, apps, and users, uninstall unwanted apps, delete large files, manage startup programs, analyzer disk space, and more. It is worth a try.

## How to Manually Find and Remove Duplicates in the Photos App 

The Photos App will automatically detect duplicate photos when you import pictures into it. But if the photos are already in your Photo Library, you can manually delete them using the Photos App.

1. Open the Photo App.
2. From the File menu, select New Smart Album.
3. In the new window, name your Smart Album and set filter criteria.
4. Select the photos you want to remove, right-click one of them, and then click Delete X Photos.
![Manually Delete Duplicate Photos with the Photo App](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/manually_find_duplicate_files_mac_f2e207fee2.png)
5. Confirm your deletion and click the Delete button.
6. In the app's sidebar, click Recently Deleted > Delete All.
![Permanently Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/permanently_delete_duplicate_photos_mac_77f414f6d6.png)

Apple introduced Duplicates feature in Photos on macOS Ventura. Now you can easily remove duplicate photos and videos from library. Basically, your duplicate photos and videos will automatically appear in the Duplicates album in the sidebar. If you can't find it, please wait hours or days, as Photos will take some time to scan and analyze your photo library.

![Find Duplicates with the Photos app](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_photos_ventura_en_680a27e603.png)

## How to Manually Find and Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac with Finder

Finder comes with the feature of finding duplicate photos on your Mac. All you need is the New Smart Folder.
Here are the steps:
1. Open Finder and click File > New Smart Folder.

![Open New Smart Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/open_new_smart_folder_f5e8356887.png)

2. Click the + button below the search box.
   ![New Smart Folder Window](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/new_smart_folder_8e47bf38af.png)
3. Select Kind in the 1st drop-down menu and Image in the 2nd drop-down menu.
   ![Find Duplicate Photos on Mac Using Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_photos_mac_with_finder_4f3386e768.png)
4. Sort the files in the list by name. Duplicate photos usually have the same name, and they should be next to each other.
5. Select the files you want to get rid of and move them to the Trash.
6. Empty your Trash. 

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Now you have learned how to find and delete duplicate photos on your Mac. The manual way is time-consuming. It is recommended that you use BuhoCleaner to do the job for you.

If you find this article help, share it on Facebook and Twitter.



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3 Ways to Find and Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac 

In many cases, duplicate photos will be created, such as importing photos from mobile phones and cameras, accidentally copying a picture, saving the same image multiple times, etc. These useless duplicate photos will clutter your Mac and take up your precious storage space. Deleting them is necessary for you, especially when you run out of storage space.

This article will show you the ways to find and delete duplicate photos on your Mac. Let's take a look now.

3 Ways to Find and Delete Duplicate Photos on Mac (2022) 

:summary[**Summary**: Mail taking up a lot of storage on your Mac? Don't worry. We're here to help you.]

Mail is an app we frequently use on our Mac. It takes up more and more space over time. If you're running low on storage space, clearing it may help you reclaim some valuable space. 

This guide will teach you how to check Mail storage on your Mac and how to get rid of it in a few steps.

Let's get started.


:toc

:alsoread[[How to Free Up Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac)]

## How to Check Mail Storage on Mac

Before we explain to you how to clear Mail storage, let's check how much space it takes up on your Mac.

1. Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of your desktop, then select System Settings.
2. Click General > Storage.
3. Under the Storage bar, you will see a category called Mail and the size it occupies.

![check-mail-storage-mac.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_mail_storage_mac_aec38c3f65.png?width=650)

:note[On macOS Monterey or earlier: Click Apple menu > About This Mac > Storage > Manage.]{notetype=Tip}


## How to Clear Mail Storage on Mac

 Now that we know how big your Mail storage is, let's take a look at how to make it smaller on your Mac.
 

### Delete Unwanted Emails

The easiest way to free up Mail storage space is to delete the emails you don't need.

1. Open the Mail app.
2. Select the emails you want to delete, right-click one of them and select Delete.

### Delete Email Attachments

It's a good idea to remove unwanted attachments from emails since email attachments take up the most space in your Mail storage outside of the Mail app.

Here's how:

1. Open the Mail app. 
2. Click the View menu in Mail, select Sort By > Attachment, and the emails with attachments will be listed above other emails.
   
   ![sort-emails-by-attachments.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/sort_emails_by_attachments_0e8ad3e1e6.png)

3. To remove the attachment of an email select the email, click the Mail menu in Mail, and then click Remove Attachment.


:note[If your email account is an IMAP account, attachments will also be deleted from the mail server and cannot be retrieved.]{notetype=Note}

Mail will always download media attachments you receive, such as images, videos, music, or PDFs. If you want it to automatically download other types of attachments, such as spreadsheets or zipped files, set the download option in your email account settings.

* **All**: Mail downloads all email attachments. 
* **Recent**: Mail downloads email attachments received within the last 15 months.
* **None**: Mail will not download any email attachments.

Wondering where your Mac saves your attachments from Mail? Read on.

1. Open Finder.
2. Click the Go menu in Finder and select Go to Folder.
3. Paste `~/Library/Containers/com.apple.mail/Data/Library/Mail Downloads` into the box and press Return.
4. Select unwanted attachments, then move them to the Trash.

![delete-mail-attachments-finder.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_mail_attachments_finder_6aae95f346.png)

### Clean up Spam

Another way to clear Mail storage is to delete spam emails.

Here's what you should do:

1. Open Mail. 
2. Select the mailbox to clean, right-click it, and select Clear Spam. All spam in this mailbox will be deleted.

### Empty the Trash in the Mail

The Trash folder is where all deleted emails are kept, so you can recover emails that were accidentally deleted.

1. Go to your mailbox. 
2. Click on the Trash folder and you will see all deleted messages. 
3. Select the emails you want to permanently remove (Press **Command + A** to select all emails). 
4. Click the Delete icon at the top of the mail preview window on the right to delete the selected emails with one click.

### Bonus Tip: How to Quickly Free Up Storage Space on Mac


There are other types of files that take up a lot of your storage space, such as apps, [downloads](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/delete-downloads-mac), photos, iOS files, etc.

Manually deleting unwanted files is time-consuming. Thanks to BuhoCleaner, the best cleaner for Mac, now you can find and remove unneeded files and apps in just a few clicks, so you can have more space to do what you want on your Mac.

:group[:linkbutton]

![quickly-clean-up-mac-buhocleaner.png](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_clean_up_mac_buhocleaner_209d465498.png)

:p[Final Words]{.h2}

That's all. Have you freed up enough space by clearing your Mail storage? If not, use BuhoCleaner to give your Mac a further cleaning.

We also have an article on [How to Clear System Data Storage on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac). Don't forget to check it out.



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[Solved] How to Delete Mail Storage on Mac

Mail is an app we frequently use on our Mac. It takes up more and more space over time. If you're running low on storage space, clearing it may help you reclaim some valuable space. 

This guide will teach you how to check Mail storage on your Mac and how to get rid of it in a few steps.

How to Clear Mail Storage on Mac

<summary>**Summary**: This guide covers why your Mac won't update to macOS Ventura and how you can fix the macOS update issues.</summary>

It's frustrating to be unable to update your macOS to Ventura. Want to know how to update your Mac successfully? Look no further. This blog post will cover why your Mac won't update to macOS Ventura and how you can fix the issue quickly.

Let's get started.

<toc></toc>

:::alsoread

:a[3 Ways to Downgrade macOS Ventura to Monterey, Big Sur, or Earlier]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/downgrade-macos'}

:::

## Why Can't I Update My Mac to macOS Ventura?

During the download and installation process of macOS, you may encounter a false warning. And the reasons behind the warning alert vary. Here are the most common ones:

* Your Mac is not incompatible.
* You're running out of storage space.
* Poor internet connection.
* Apple servers errors.
* Sudden power off.
* SMC bugs.
* NVRAM Bugs.

:::note{notetype=Notes}
 
 1. Software Update shows only upgrades that are compatible with your Mac.
 2. If your System Preferences does not include Software Update, then you are using macOS 10.13 or older, and you need to use the App Store to update.

:::


## 8 Fixes for Mac Not Updating to macOS Ventura Issue

After understanding why your Mac won't update, let's see how to fix the problem.

### 1. Check If Your Mac is Compatible

Incompatibility can lead to an update issue. Before actually updating your Mac, you'd better check whether your Mac is compatible with the macOS you want to install.

Apple has a :a[list]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT213264 rel=nofollow} of Macs compatible with the latest macOS Ventura. If you wish to update to an earlier version, check :a[this article]{href=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211683 rel=nofollow} for compatibility.


:::note{notetype=Notes}

1. Software Update will only show upgrades that are compatible with your Mac.
2. If your System Preferences do not include Software Update, then you are using macOS 10.13 or older, and you will need to use the App Store to update.

:::

### 2. Free Up Enough Storage Space

Insufficient storage space is one of the most critical factors that you can't update Mac. 

The installer package for macOS Ventura is about 12 GB. That doesn't mean you only need 12 GB of free space. You'll also need some extra space to install it successfully. As a rule of thumb, you'd better keep at least 24 GB of free space.


To know how much free space you have left, click the Apple menu > About This Mac > Storage. 

![Check Mac Storage Space](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_startup_disk_usage_en_6bf0d060a5_9ddd693670.png)

If you're running low on storage space, use BuhoCleaner, one of the [best Mac cleaners](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-mac-cleaner-software), to quickly clear unnecessary files from your Mac. What the tool can do for you includes junk file cleaning, unwanted app removal, and large/duplicate file detection and deletion. It only takes a few seconds to free up gigabytes of storage space.

<group><linkbutton href='/buhocleaner/download' prefix='download'>Free Download</linkbutton></group>

Alternatively, you can refer to [How to Free Up Disk Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac) for more detailed Mac cleaning tips.

### 3. Check Network Connection

Network connection plays an essential role in a successful macOS update. The macOS installer needs to get the relevant Mac information over the network. Therefore, make sure your Wi-Fi is connected and stable.

To have a better Wi-Fi connection, follow the steps below to reset your Wi-Fi.
1. Click the Wi-Fi icon in the status menu.
2. Turn it off and on again.
3. Check if you can update your Mac properly.

Related Article: [Mac Won't Connect to Wi-Fi? Here's the Fix](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-mac-won't-connect-wifi)

### 4. Restart Your Mac

If your Mac is stuck on a screen for over 10 minutes, most likely, your update has failed. In this case, you can press and hold the Power button, turn off your Mac, and then restart your Mac to see if the update is successful.

### 5. Check If There Are Issues with Apple's Servers

Update problems occur when Apple's servers are experiencing issues. What you need to do is check if :a[Apple's system sta]{href=https://www.apple.com/support/systemstatus/ rel=nofollow} page.
2. Find the macOS Software Update and see its status. (Green means available, while red or yellow means issues with Apple's servers, and there is nothing you can do but wait. )

![Check Apple's System Status](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/apple_system_status_6689e0cabe.png)

If there are no issues with Apple's servers, try the next step. 

### 6. Reset NVRAM

NVRAM is short for Non-Volatile Random Access Memory. It stores your Mac's preferences such as date, time, desktop, mouse, and so on. These preference files help your Mac run smoothly, and they will not be erased even if you turn off your Mac.
However, they may also make your Mac run problematic. Regarding this case, you can reset your NVRAM.

![Reset NVRAM](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/reset_nvram_keys_e16ba6b0be.png)

Here's what you need to do:
1. Restart your Mac.
2. Immediately press and hold Command + Option + P + R keys. 
3. 20 seconds later, release the keys.
4. When your Mac reloads, try to update your macOS. 

### 7. Update Mac in Safe Mode

Safe Mode can solve a lot of problems with Macs. If your Mac fails to boot up because of a black or blank screen, you can update your Mac in Safe Mode. 

Here are the steps:

1.  Restart your Mac.
2.  Press and hold the Shift key until the login window appears. (You can see the Safe Boot words in the right corner of the login window.)
3.  Log in to your Mac and update your Mac. 

### 8. Update macOS via Recovery Mode

macOS Recovery Mode is the ultimate solution for you. With the macOS Recovery Mode, you can reinstall the latest version of macOS that is currently or recently installed. But to avoid any bad surprises, it's a good idea to back up your Mac first.

Here's what you need to do:

1.  Turn on your Mac.
2. Immediately press and hold **Command + R** keys until you see the Apple icon or other images.
3. In the macOS Utilities list, choose Reinstall macOS.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reinstalling process.

![Reinstall macOS in Recovery Mode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/macos_ventura_recovery_mode_options_list_31b891730c.png)

:note[Make sure your Mac is always connected to Wi-Fi.]



:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, you have successfully updated your Mac by using one or more of the above methods. If your Mac still fails to update, you may need to check your hardware.
Overall, Mac update issues are common, and finding a solution is not difficult. It's worth noting that lack of storage space is the main reason you cannot update your Mac to macOS Ventura. So don't forget to reserve enough storage space before performing an update.



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Mac Won't Update to macOS Ventura? Here's the Fix

It's frustrating to be unable to update your macOS to Ventura. Want to know how to update your Mac successfully? Look no further. This blog post will cover why your Mac won't update to macOS Ventura and how you can fix the issue quickly.

Can't Update to macOS Ventura? Try These Fixes

:summary[Want to clean install macOS Ventura? You have come to the right place. Here we'll show you how to clean install macOS Ventura via a bootable installer.]

Apple officially released macOS Ventura on October 25, 2022. The latest macOS comes with many new features, such as Stage Manager, Continuity Camera, richer Spotlight results, Safari Passkey, and more.

It's exciting to try out these new features, but if your Mac is running slow, or you want a bug-free experience, a clean install of macOS Ventura is a good idea.

This guide will walk you through what a clean install is and how to do a fresh install of macOS Ventura. Without further ado, let's get started.


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:::alsoread

:a[Not Enough Space to Install macOS Ventura? Here's the Fix]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/not-enough-space-to-install-macos-ventura'}

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## What Is a Clean Install?

A clean install is an alternative to an upgrade (in-place install). The former deletes all your files and settings, while the latter allows you to keep them.

### Why Do I Need a Clean Install of macOS Ventura Instead of an Upgrade?

Upgrading to macOS Ventura is easy and all your data will be preserved. However, if your Mac is [low on storage space](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-space-on-mac), or your Mac is too old to upgrade, a fresh install is a good idea.


Here are the benefits of a clean install:

* More stable macOS.
* Faster running speed.
* More available storage space.
* More compatible applications.



## How to Clean Install macOS Ventura

Now that you know what a clean install is and its benefits, let's take a look at how to do a clean install of macOS Ventura.

### 1. Check Mac Compatibility

Before installing macOS Ventura, make sure your Mac is compatible with the new operating system. Models that support macOS Ventura include:

* MacBook: 2017 and later models
* MacBook Air: early 2018 and later models
* MacBook Pro: 2017 and later models
* Mac Mini: 2018 and later models
* iMac: 2017 and later models
* iMac Pro: 2017 models
* Mac Pro: 2019 and later models

### 2. Clean up and Back up Mac

After confirming that your Mac supports macOS Ventura, the next thing you need to do is clean and back up your Mac.

Backing up your Mac is a must-do step. Backups may be helpful if something goes wrong after installing macOS Ventura, or if you want to recover important files from an older macOS.

As you know, backing up your Mac is time-consuming, so it is necessary for you to delete unwanted files such as cache files, [old downloads](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/delete-downloads-mac), duplicate files, large and old files, and unused apps before backup to reduce the backup time.

Don't want to do it manually? Then try [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com), an easy-to-use cleaner designed for Mac users. It can help you remove unwanted files and apps with just a few clicks. Click the button below to try it out.

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![Quickly Clean up Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clean_up_mac_with_buhocleaner_2acdb24c53.png)


Now that you've cleaned up files you don't need, it's time to back up your Mac.

1. Prepare a USB drive twice the size of the data to be backed up.
2. Insert the drive into your Mac.
3. Click the Apple menu > System Preferences > Time Machine.
4. Click the Select Disk button, select the disk you inserted, then click Use Disk.
5. If needed, format your drive. Then Time Machine will start backing up your Mac.

![Back up Your Mac with Time Machine](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/backup_mac_to_time_machine_a545490e42.png)

Related Article: [How to Backup Mac With or Without Time Machine](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/back-up-mac)

### 3. Download the macOS Ventura Installer

Since you have backed up your Mac, let's download the macOS Ventura installer.

Just open the App Store, search for macOS Ventura, and click the GET button.

Can't find macOS Ventura? [Click here](macappstores://apps.apple.com/app/macos-ventura/id1638787999?mt=12) to download it directly.


:note[After downloading, you will be prompted to install it. Do not install it now. You can find the downloaded macOS Ventura installer in your Application folder.]{notetype=Note}


### 4. Create a Bootable Installer

Now we come to the most critical step - creating a bootable installer. The first thing you need to do is prepare a drive with at least 14GB of free space and :a[format]{href=https://support.apple.com/guide/disk-utility/dskutl14079/mac rel=nofollow} it using the Disk Utility.

#### How to Create a Bootable Installer with Terminal

Follow the steps below to create a bootable installer:

1. Plug the formatted drive into your Mac. 
2. Open Terminal. 
3. Paste the following command into Terminal and press Return.
   
`sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Ventura.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolume
Monterey`

   
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 :note[Please replace `MyVolume` in the command with the name of your drive.]
 
4. Enter your administrator password when prompted.
5. Wait for the command to complete, then exit the Terminal and unplug your drive.


### 5. Erase Mac

The next step is to delete all content and settings on your Mac. Depending on your Mac's chip, the steps will vary.


* On a Mac running macOS Monterey or a Mac with Apple Silicon:
    1.  Click the Apple menu and select System Preferences.
    2.  From the System Preferences menu, select All Content and Settings. 
    3.  Enter your Appl ID password, click Continue, and follow the onscreen instructions to erase your Mac.
  
  
  ![Erase All Content & Settings](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/2b5ffb8cdcdabfb240d5e0e77912f214_4d1b8cee7a.png)
  
* On an Intel-based Mac:

    1. Restart your Mac, then immediately press and hold **Command + R** until you see the Apple logo or other image. 
    2. Enter your administrator password when prompted. 
    3.  From the macOS Utilities window, select Disk Utility, then click Continue.
   
   ![Erase Mac with Disk Utility](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/macos_monterey_recovery_disk_1_dffdebe795.png)
   
   4. Select Macintosh HD in the Disk Utility sidebar, and click the Erase button in the toolbar.
   5. Click Erase in the new window and follow the prompts to complete the remaining erase steps.
   
     ![Erase Your Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/macos_monterey_recovery_mode_disk_utility_erase_volume_group_1_67b625385f.png)
  
  6. When finished, return to the macOS Utilites window.

### 6. Install macOS Ventura

Now that you're all set, let's install your macOS Ventura. Before proceeding with the installation steps, make sure your Mac has enough power and is connected to a stable network.

Here's how to install macOS Ventura:

* Apple Silcon-Based Macs:

    1. Connect the bootable installer you created to your Mac.
    2. Turn on your Mac, then press and hold the Power button until the Startup Options window appears. 
    3. Select the volume containing the bootable installer and click Continue.
    4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

* Intel-Based Macs:

    1. Insert the bootable installer you created into your Mac.
    2. Start your Mac and immediately press the **Option** (Alt) key until you see the drive where the bootable installer is stored.
    3. Click the arrow or return key on the screen.
    4. Follow the prompts to select the desired language, then select Install macOS in the macOS Utilities window.
    5. Click Continue and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2} 

That's it! Which step do you think is the most difficult? Are you ready for a clean install of macOS?

It's worth noting that after a clean install of macOS Ventura, you will lose all data on your Mac. If you haven't backed up your Mac, do so before installing.







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6 Steps to Clean Install macOS Ventura

It's exciting to try out these new features, but if your Mac is running slow, or you want a bug-free experience, a clean install of macOS Ventura is a good idea.

This guide will walk you through what a clean install is and how to do a fresh install of macOS Ventura. Without further ado, let's get started.

 [Complete Guide] How to Clean Install macOS Ventura

<summary>**Summary**: In this article, we'll talk about why there are duplicate files on your Mac and how to find and delete them in 3 ways.</summary>

If you've been using your Mac for a while, chances are you've accumulated a lot of duplicate photos, songs, documents, and other files without even knowing it. These duplicate files can take up a lot of space on your Mac. If you're running out of storage space, removing these duplicates can [free up some disk space](https://www.drbuho.com/mac-cleaner/how-to-free-up-disk-space-on-your-mac) for you. 

Read on this blog to know how to find and remove themf rom your Mac.

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:alsoread[[6 Best Duplicate Photo Finders for Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-duplicate-photo-finder-mac)]

## Why Are There Duplicate Files on Your Mac?

Duplicate files can be created in many situations, such as:

- Download the same file more than once.
- Accidentally copied files.
- Import the same photo from different devices.
- Attachments to emails and messages.

Now that you know there are duplicate files on your Mac, you may be wondering how to find and delete them. Read on and you'll find two ways.

## How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files on Mac with BuhoCleaner: The Easiest Way

The easiest way to find duplicate files on your Mac is to use a [duplicate file finder](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-duplicate-file-finder). BuhoCleaner is the tool you need. Its Duplicates feature allows you to quickly find and delete all duplicate files in a selected folder or drive.

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1. Download, install, and launch BuhoCleaner.
2. Click Duplicates in the sidebar, then click the +  button to choose a folder or drive to scan.
   ![Duplicate File Finder - BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/duplicate_file_82a8fef2af.png)
3. After scanning, you can see the duplicate files are divided into categories such as images, documents, archives, and other files.
4. Preview the duplicate files and delete the ones you don't need. 

![How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/duplicate_file_finder_buhocleaner_ffba78379a.png)

## How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files on Mac with Finder Smart Folders

If you don't want to install BuhoCleaner on your Mac, then use Finder to manually find and remove unwanted duplicate files.

Here's what you need to do:

1. Click the File menu in Finder and choose New Smart Folder.

![Click New Smart Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/click_new_smart_folder_1ce9d9afac.png)

2. Click the + button in the upper right corner.

![New Smart Folder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/new_smart_folder_ca243c9942.png)

3. From the first drop-down menu, select Kind. Then from the second drop-down menu, select the desired file type.

![Find Duplicate Files](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_files_b49bdab3d3.png)

4. Sort the files in the result list by size or name to check for duplicates. If there are, preview and delete the one you don't want.

## How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files on Mac with Terminal

Another way to search for duplicate files on a Mac is to use Terminal, a powerful tool built into macOS. If you know Mac very well or are familiar with complex commands, follow these steps to find duplicates on your Mac.

1. Open Terminal via Spotlight.
2. Run the cd command to navigate to the folder you want to scan, for example `cd ~/Desktop`.
3. Paste the command below into Terminal and press Return.

    `find . -size +100 ! -type d -exec cksum {} \; | tee /tmp/f.tmp | cut -f 1,2 -d ' ' | sort | uniq -d | grep -hif - /tmp/f.tmp > duplicate_files.txt`

![Find and Delete Duplicate Files with Terminal](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_files_with_terminal_4d4626ce13.png)

:note[The `+100` in the command means to find files larger than 100 bytes. You can replace it with other numbers you like, such as `+10M` (files larger than 10MB) and `+1G` (files larger than 1GB).]{notetype=Tip}


This command will create a .txt file on your desktop. What you need to do is open the .txt file and manually find and delete the duplicate files.

![Find Duplicate Files with Terminal](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_duplicate_files_8debf91be2.png)

As you can see, manually locating and removing all the duplicates in the .txt file is quite time-consuming. Luckily, every file has an md5 hash that doesn't change even if you move or rename the file. So you can use the md5 hash of the files to easily tell if they are duplicates or not.

Here's how:

1. Open Terminal.
2. Run the cd command to go to the folder you want to scan, for example: `cd ~/Desktop`.
3. Continue to run the following command:

    `find . -type f -exec md5 {} \; | awk -F '=' '{print $2 "\t" $1}' | sort | tee duplicate_files.txt`

4. Wait for the script to finish running, and you will find the md5 hash and path of every file.
5. Go to Finder and manually locate the files and delete duplicate ones.

![Find Duplicate Files with md5 hash](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/find_duplicate_files_md5_terminal_7186b8a9bb.png)

:p[The Bottom Line]{.h2}

Now you have learned 3 ways to find and delete unwanted duplicate files on your Mac. As you can see, BuhoCleaner can save you a lot of time and effort. Why not go ahead and try it for yourself?


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[3 Ways] How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files on Mac

If you've been using a Mac for a while, chances are you've accumulated a lot of duplicate photos, songs, documents, and other files without even knowing it. These duplicate files can take up a lot of space on your Mac. If you're running out of space, removing these duplicate files from your Mac can free up some disk space for you. Want to know how to do it? Keep reading, and you will learn two ways to find and delete them quickly.

[3 Ways] How to Find and Delete Duplicate Files on Mac 

:summary[Forgot your Screen Time passcode on your iPhone? Don't worry. We've got 3 solutions for you.]

Screen Time Passcode lets you better manage the time you or your kids spend on iPhone. Basically, once the time limit is reached, you will need to enter the correct passcode to continue using your device or app normally.

What if you previously set a Screen Time passcode but forgot it because you haven't used your iPhone for a long time?

Don't worry. We're here to help. Follow this guide to learn how to unlock the Screen Time passcode on your iPhone.

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:alsoread[[4 Ways to Fix "iPhone Is Disabled Connect to iTunes" Issue](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/fix-iphone-is-disabled-connect-to-itunes)]

## What Is Screen Time?

Screen Time is a new feature introduced by Apple in iOS 12 in 2018. It helps you monitor the time you spend on your device and certain apps.

You can freely choose whether to set a password for the screen time function. If you want to focus on work, or keep your kids from getting addicted to their iPhone, it's a good idea to set a passcode for Screen Time. Once you do that, you'll need to enter the correct passcode every time you want to remove the Screen Time passcode or extend the time limit of an app.

## What To Do If You Forgot Screen Time Passcode on iPhone

The Screen Time passcode is only 4 digits, but if you don't use it for a long time, you might forget it. Wondering what to do when you forget your Screen Time passcode? Read on for the fix.

### Reset Screen Time Passcode on iPhone

On iOS 13.4 and later, setting a Screen Time passcode will require you to enter your Apple ID and password. That said, you can reset the Screen Time passcode through your Apple ID.

Follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings, and tap Screen Time.
2. Tap Change Screen Time Passcode, then tap it again.
   ![How to Reset Screen Time Passcode on iPhone](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/change_screen_time_passcode_f7760d2642.png?width=500)
3. Tap Forgot Passcode? and enter your Apple ID account and password.
   ![Forgot Screen Time Passcode](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/forgot_screen_time_passcode_f809db8335.png?width=500)
4. Set your new screen time passcode, then verify your new passcode.

### Reset iPhone to Unlock Screen Time Passcode

On iOS 13.3 and earlier, Screen Time is not tied to your Apple ID, which means you don't have the option to reset your Screen Time passcode. To unlock the Screen Time passcode, you can update iOS to 13.4 or later or reset your iPhone to factory settings.

Here're 2 ways to reset your iPhone.

#### Reset iPhone via iCloud

If Find My iPhone is turned on, you can use iCloud to quickly erase everything on your iPhone.

1. Visit iCloud.com and log in to your account.
2. Tap All Devices and tap the iPhone you want to erase.
3. Tap Erase iPhone.
4. Enter your Apple ID password and follow the onscreen instructions to delete all content on your iPhone.

 ![Erase Device from iPhone](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/unlock_iphone_without_passcode_icloud_find_iphone_6_7ca68eb14f.png?width=375) 

:note[You can also reset your iPhone using the Find My app on your iPhone.]{notetype=Tip}

#### Reset iPhone via Finder or iTunes

1. Turn off the Find My iPhone feature on your iPhone. 
2. Connect your iPhone to your computer with a cable. 
3. Open Finder on a Mac or iTunes on a PC.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to create an encrypted backup locally, then click the Restore Backup button to reset your iPhone.
   ![Back up iPhone with Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/back_up_iphone_mac_6d1717200f.png)
5. Click the Erase and Restore button and wait for the erase process to finish.
   ![Restore iPhone with Finder](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/restore_iphone_finder_c1d3e795f5.png)
6. Tap Restore from iTunes Backup on your iPhone, then select your backup in Finder or iTunes and click the Restore button.

Related Article: [How to Reset iPhone to Factory Settings Without Apple ID Password](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/factory-reset-iphone-without-apple-id-password)



### Retrieve Screen Time Passcode via Third-Party Tool

Resetting an iPhone not only takes a long time, but it may cause data loss, not to mention you also have to remember your Apple ID password. If you [forgot your Apple ID password](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/remove-apple-id-from-iphone) and don't want to restore your iPhone, is there a way to remove the screen time passcode?

If your iPhone is running iOS 7 - 12.5, then the answer is yes. What you need is a third-party screen time passcode unlocker.

Just choose your preferred unlocker, follow the on-screen instructions to encrypt and backup your iPhone data, then the unlocker will analyze and display your Screen Time passcode.

This approach might help, and it's worth a try. After all, you won't lose anything.

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

We hope one of these methods successfully unlocked your Screen Time passcode. If none of them work for you, try to decipher your code, since it's only 4 digits, you still have a chance to get it back.

It's worth noting that resetting your iPhone will delete everything on your iPhone. Make sure to back up your iPhone locally before performing resetting steps.


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Forgot Screen Time Passcode on iPhone and iPad? Here's the Fix

What if you previously set a Screen Time passcode but forgot it because you haven't used your iPhone for a long time?

Don't worry. We're here to help. Follow this guide to learn how to unlock the Screen Time passcode on your iPhone.

Forgot Screen Time Passcode on iPhone? Here's the Fix

<summary>**Summary**: Looking for ways to free up space on your Mac hard drive? Well then you have landed yourself in the right place. We are going to show you 9 of the very best ways to reclaim disk space both easily and efficiently.</summary>

If you are reading this, you’ve probably run into the problem of not having enough space left to update macOS or upgrade software. Having your disk space nearly full can also slow down your Mac performance. Perhaps there’s no space left to download that new movie you’ve been wanting and you can’t find any files to delete. Want to know how to get more disk space on your Mac? Keep on reading. Here, we’ll show you 9 great ways to free up space on your Mac hard drive.

Let's get started.


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:::alsoread

:a[How to Delete System Data Storage on Mac]{href='https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/clear-system-storage-mac'}

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## How to Check Free Space on Mac

First things first, let's check how much free space you have left.

1. Click the Apple menu and choose About This Mac.
2. Click on Storage Tab, wait for a few seconds. You'll see a colored storage bar.
3. Hover over the last dark grey section, and you can see how much free space is left.


![Check Free Space on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/check_free_space_on_mac_5e93136659.png?width=600)

### How Much Free Space Should I Have on My Mac?

Studies have shown that your Mac's performance starts to degrade when your storage space usage reaches 85%. For your Mac to run properly, you’ll need to have at least 10GB of free space. But we recommend that you keep at least 15% of your storage space free, so that you can have more freedom to install a new macOS, upgrade software, or download movies.


## 9 Ways to Free Up Disk Space on Mac

Now that you know how little space you can use, let's take a look at how to clear disk space on Mac.

### 1. Optimize Mac Storage

The easiest way to free up disk space is to use the built-in optimization tools on your Mac. You can easily find them by clicking on the Manage button above the storage bar. As you can see from the picture, there are four recommended optimization options. Just follow the recommendations to optimize your storage space.

![Optimize Mac Storage](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/optimize_mac_storage_f83a16ffc6.png)


**Store in iCloud**: This feature allows you to store your photos, movies, and files in iCloud. Just keep the necessary files on your Mac.

**Optimize Storage**: Click the Optimize button to turn on this function, and your Mac will automatically remove the movies and TV shows you have already watched and send them to the Trash when storage is needed.

**Empty Trash Automatically**: Once you turn it on, the items that have been in the Trash for over 30 days will be removed automatically. 

**Reduce Clutter**: By clicking the Review Files button, you can sort all the files on your Mac and delete the ones you no longer need.


### 2. Clear Junk Files on Mac

 To quickly and easily clear out all the junk files on your Mac, you need a third-party claner. [BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/) is the tool for you. It's one of the best Mac cleaners, and it can help you clean and speed up your Mac with only a few clicks. It will handle your junk file cleaning, unwanted app removal, duplicate and large file cleanup, and [memory release](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/free-up-ram-on-mac). 
 
 ![Quickly Free up Space on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/quickly_free_up_space_on_mac_b2fb41bb61.png)
 
 Cleaning out those junk files on your Mac has never been easier. Why not click the button below to see what it can do for you.

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### 3. Uninstall Apps You Don't Use

You probably have a ton of programs installed on your Mac. Is there an application that you have only used once? Those unused applications are eating away at the highly needed space you are wanting to free up. If you're sure they are no longer useful to you, deleting them can help you regain some of that space.

You can uninstall unwanted apps manually and automatically. But to be honest, the manual way is time-consuming. We highly recommend that you use BuhoCleaner to do the job for you. Click [here](https://www.drbuho.com/buhocleaner/download) to download the free version of BuhoCleaner.

![Uninstall Unwanted Apps on Mac with BuhoCleaner](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/uninstall_unwanted_apps_mac_buhocleaner_52e51e3c83.png)

Related Article: [How to Completely Uninstall Apps on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/uninstall-apps-mac)  


### 4. Delete DMG Files 

Once you have installed an application, its DMG files are basically useless. Since most apps don't remind you to delete their DMG files after installation, you’ll eventually wind up with a pile of DMG files that will rob you of valuable disk.

Luckily, the process of [deleting DMG files](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/find-and-delete-dmg-files-mac) is quite simple. You can either delete them via Finder manually or download BuhoCleaner to save yourself a whole lot of time and effort.

![Delete DMG Files on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_dmg_files_mac_38208d7d39.png)

### 5. Clear Temporary Files

Your hard drive most likely has some temporary files you don't need. Removing them may not speed up your Mac, but it will free up some valuable disk space for you.

![Manually Clear Caches on Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/clear_caches_on_mac_c1dacbfb2a.png)

### 6. Remove Duplicate Files

Deleting duplicate files is also an excellent way to reclaim space. Have you ever noticed how many duplicate files are on your Mac? There are far more of them than you may think. Many operations can create duplicate files, such as downloading the same file multiple times and accidentally copying some files.

If you are an experienced Mac user, you can find duplicate files manually, but this may take you a long time and requires your patience and fortitude. But if you don't know much about Mac or you want to find an easier route, using a [duplicate file finder tool](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/best-free-duplicate-file-finder) to find and delete them is your best choice.

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### 7. Reduce Photo Library Size

The photo library is where all your photos are stored. If you're a photographer, you probably import a lot of photos to your Mac. That's why your photo library is huge. To avoid running out of Mac storage space, it's a good idea to delete unwanted photos from your photo library.

1. Open the Photos app.
2. In the Library album you will find all photos. Select the unwanted ones, Control-click them and select Delete X Photos.
   ![How to Delete Photos with Photos app](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/delete_photos_from_photos_app_45b423e2cb.png)
3. Open the Recently Deleted album, select the ones you want to permanently remove, and click the Delete X Photos button.
   ![Permanently Delete Unwanted Photos from Mac](https://www.drbuho.com/str-api/uploads/permanently_delete_photos_from_photos_app_5fa5de4fe6.png)

### 8. Compress Files

Another way to clear up Mac space is to compress files that you don't use very often. You don't need to use a third-party compression tool as Apple's built-in compression tool does the trick. All you need to do is select the files to be compressed, right-click them, and select Compress, and your files will be packaged into a Zip file. Since you don't use these files often, you can store the Zip file on an external drive.

### 9. Empty Trash

So you drag those unwanted files into the Trash bin, but then you forget to clear out the trash? Overflowing trash bins can eat up lots of space. Go ahead and empty it! You will be surprised by how much space you'll get back.

Related Article: [Mac Trash Won't Empty? Here's the Fix](https://www.drbuho.com/how-to/cant-empty-trash-on-mac)

:p[Conclusion]{.h2}

Hopefully, we have helped you to free up enough space to get your MAC running smoother, faster and ready to download those movies you’ve been wanting. As you have seen, using BuhoCleaner is the best way to get back that storage space on your Mac that you need. It can save you a whole lot of time, energy and stress. We hope you’ll give it a try.


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9 Best Ways to Free Up Space on Mac

If you are reading this, you’ve probably run into the problem of not having enough space left to update macOS or upgrade software. Having your disk space nearly full can also slow down your Mac’s performance. Perhaps there’s no space left to download that new movie you’ve been wanting and you can’t find any files to delete. Want to know how to free up more space on your Mac? Keep on reading. Here, we’ll show you 9 great ways to free up space on your Mac hard drive.
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